Uvite and Siderite Physical Properties

Uvite and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Uvite and Siderite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Uvite and Siderite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Uvite- Ca(Mg 3)MgAl 5(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Uvite and Siderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Uvite and Siderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Uvite and Siderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Uvite is 3.83-3.89 whereas that of Siderite is 3.83-3.89.